Technology used
Which side was using machine guns to defend their trenches?
Germany
What were the main Countries/Empires that fought in this Battle
British Empire (including Canada), France, and German Empire
Arthur Currie was known for being what?
Soldier and Educator
____ Canadians were killed during the Battle of Somme
24,000 Canadians
Who got injured in October 1916 in the left leg?
Adolf Hitler
What is a shell containing bullets or metal pieces time to explode short of impact?
A shrapnel
What were the primary nationalities of the soldiers who participated in the Battle of the Somme?
Were primarily British, French, and German.
What year did the Battle of Somme begin?
1916
____ people were injured in total during the battle of Somme
1 Million
What was the war known for?
Being the longest and Bloodiest war
How many shells did the British fire at the Germans?
1.5 million
What was the typical age range of the soldiers who fought in the Battle of the Somme?
Their ages varied, typically ranging from mid teens to early thirties.
What did he focus on doing/changing about France's tactics?
He focused on using artillery support and coordinationg movements significantly reduced causualties and improved effectiveness in battle.
French forces had around ____ casualties
194,000
After 141 days, how many miles did the British move?
Were the shells effective with destroying German trenches?
No. Many were defective and lots of parts of barbed wire remained uncut.
What were some of the challenges faced by the soldiers, regardless of their ethnicity, during the Battle of the Somme?
Soldiers faced challenges such as trench warfare and the harsh conditions on the Western Front.
Arthur Currie’s _____ was very important! What's the missing word?
Leadership
German Forces had about ____ casualties
440,000
How many times in the war was a tank used before the battle of Somme?
It was never used before this Battle
How many kilometres did the British advance in their tanks the first day?
2.4, or 1.5 miles.
How did the experience levels of the soldiers, ranging from seasoned veterans to new recruits, impact the outcomes of the Battle of the Somme?
The mix of experienced soldiers and new recruits influenced the outcomes of the battle.
True or False, Arthur Currie had no Military training?
True
Approximately ___ British Empire soldiers were killed, wounded, or went missing during the battle.
420,000 British Empire soldiers
How long did the Battle last?
The Battle was 5 months from July 1st to November 18th 1916.